2009 Winnebago Vectra Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Vectra years
- Not enough data 3rd of 17 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2009 Winnebago Vectra. That ranks 3rd out of 17 Vectra model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (1 complaints, 100%). There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2009 Winnebago Vectra problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2009 Winnebago Vectra recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Equipment
Problem: Winnebago is recalling certain recreational vehicles equipped with 1200-series norcold refrigerators. The population of refrigerators being addressed contains either a sensing algorithm or thermal switch to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected in order to prevent a potential fire. The response times of the sensor algorithm and thermal switch devices to stop power are not sufficient.
Risk: The sensing algorithm or thermal switch installed to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected due to a possible hydrogen gas leak may not shut off in sufficient time to prevent a fire.
Fix: Winnebago is working with norcold to identify and notify any affected owners. Owners will be instructed to contact norcold dealers to receive the remedy free of charge. Please see norcold's defect report 10e-049 for additional information. The recall began during december 2010. Owners may contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101 or winnebago at 1-641-585-3535.
Service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Problem: Winnebago is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2009 winnebago vectra and itasc horizon motor homes manufactured between november 2006 and may 2009, equipped with kongsberg automotive adjustable brake pedals. The adjustable brake pedal arm may loosen allowing the arm to rotate around its shaft and swing in front of the accelerator pedal, reducing braking function.
Risk: A loose brake pedal increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Winnebago is working with freightliner to notify owners. Repairs will be conducted by freightliner free of charge. The safety recall began during february 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks warranty campaigns department at 1-800-647-0712.
Suspension
Problem: Winnebago is recalling 594 my 2008-2009 destination, journey, tour, vectra, and itasca latitude, meridian, ellipse, and horizon motor homes equipped with saf-holland adl series rear suspensions. In some instances the transverse beam was not properly welded which could result in a failure of the weld.
Risk: If the weld fails, vehicle stability while cornering could be affected resulting in loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in a crash. In addition, the transverse beam could drop to the ground causing sparks that could cause a fire hazard.
Fix: Winnebago is working with daimler trucks/saf-holland to have a visual inspection of the adl transverse beam performed. If a weld defect is identified, saf-holland will provide a service replacement kit that contains a new transverse beam, all necessary installation hardware, beam replacement, and instructions free of charge (please see 08v269 and 08e031). Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712, saf-holland at 1-231-773-3271, or winnebago at 1-641-585-3535.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Driving on Interstate, heard a loud noise. Nothing on roadway. MotorHome mechanic noticed that driverâs side was not pumping up. The loud noise was the driverâs side air bag exploding. The steering column was affected by the explosion. The turn signal box has slipped down. Scheduled to be taken…
Other Winnebago Vectra years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 Vectra | 0 | 1 |
| 2010 Vectra | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 | 1 | 3 |
| 2008 Vectra | 0 | 3 |
| 2007 Vectra | 0 | 3 |
| 2006 Vectra | 0 | 3 |
| 2005 Vectra | 5 | 3 |
| 2004 Vectra | 2 | 3 |
| 2003 Vectra | 0 | 1 |
| 2002 Vectra | 0 | 1 |
| 2001 Vectra | 0 | 1 |
| 2000 Vectra | 0 | 1 |
| 1999 Vectra | 0 | 1 |
| 1998 Vectra | 1 | 1 |
| 1997 Vectra | 0 | 1 |
| 1996 Vectra | 1 | 1 |
| 1995 Vectra | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Winnebago Vectra?
Owners most often report air bags problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Winnebago Vectra?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2009 Winnebago Vectra a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Vectra model years, the 2009 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.